Laguna Beach Resort 3 — The Maldives

Laguna Beach Resort 3 — The Maldives is a completed resort-style condominium in Jomtien, also advertised under the shorter name Laguna Beach Maldives. The development suits buyers looking for an accessible entry price, extensive communal facilities and a broad selection of resale units.

The project was completed in the second quarter of 2017 and comprises seven eight-storey buildings arranged around a large lagoon area. There are approximately 1,750 units, creating substantial differences between individual listings in terms of size, condition, floor, view and ownership quota.

A resort-style condominium in Jomtien

Laguna Beach Resort 3 occupies more than 25,000 sq.m of land. Project descriptions state that over 15,000 sq.m is dedicated to landscaped gardens, swimming pools, walkways and recreation areas. Its central feature is a lagoon of more than 5,000 sq.m with several pool sections, islands, bridges, waterfalls, Jacuzzi zones and artificial beaches.

The scale of the communal area makes the development stand out among affordable Pattaya condos for sale. It can work for extended stays, family holidays and permanent residence. Buyers should also consider the project’s high unit density, the position of the building and possible noise around the main pool areas.

Apartment layouts and resale condition

The most common formats are studios of approximately 23–28 sq.m and one-bedroom units starting from around 34 sq.m. The resale market also includes two-bedroom apartments of up to 80–83 sq.m and selected combined three-bedroom units of approximately 125 sq.m.

Many apartments are offered with furniture, air conditioning, a fitted kitchen and appliances. The exact package is determined by the owner. Units with a recent renovation can be listed alongside apartments retaining their original 2017 finish. A viewing should include checks of the plumbing, air-conditioning systems, electrical fittings, moisture marks, furniture condition and registered unit area.

Compact studios often have a higher price per square metre than larger units. Buyers can check whether a unit is overpriced by comparing several apartments with a similar layout, floor, condition and view within the same condominium.

Facilities at Laguna Beach Resort 3

Residents have access to several swimming areas, artificial beaches, landscaped gardens, walkways, bridges, relaxation pavilions and open-air communal spaces. The development also includes a fitness centre, sauna, Jacuzzi areas, children’s facilities, commercial units and underground parking.

• multi-zone lagoon swimming pool;
• artificial beaches and waterfalls;
• tropical gardens and landscaped walkways;
• fitness centre, sauna and Jacuzzi zones;
• children’s pool and playground;
• underground parking;
• access control, CCTV and 24-hour security;
• shops and everyday services within the development.

The availability of individual commercial services may change and should be checked during the property viewing.

Location and access to Jomtien Beach

The condominium is situated inland in Jomtien, within the Nong Prue area. The coastline is approximately 750–1,000 metres away in a straight line. The practical driving route to Jomtien Beach is around 2.4 km and normally takes about 7 minutes. Walking usually takes approximately 25–30 minutes.

Shops, cafés, markets and everyday services operate in the surrounding neighbourhood. Central Pattaya can generally be reached within 10–15 minutes by car, subject to traffic. Buyers can compare the location with other property in Jomtien.

Prices, foreign quota and ownership costs

Current resale prices start from ฿1.25M. The lowest listings usually involve compact studios, Thai-quota ownership, lower floors or units retaining a basic finish. Furnished apartments with pool views, renovated interiors or foreign quota may carry a higher asking price.

Units are offered under both foreign and Thai quota. A foreign-quota unit can be registered directly in a foreign buyer’s name as freehold. The quota applies to the individual apartment, so buyers should understand how foreign quota works in a Thai condominium and confirm the ownership status before paying a reservation deposit.

The published common-area fee is 40 THB per sq.m per month. The original project terms also specify a one-time sinking fund contribution of 500 THB per sq.m. During a resale purchase, the juristic office should confirm that previous maintenance payments are settled and that the sinking fund obligation has already been paid.

Payment and resale transfer process

Most transactions take place on the secondary market. A standard developer instalment plan is unavailable. Once the commercial terms have been agreed, the buyer normally pays a reservation deposit, signs the sale agreement and settles the remaining amount when ownership is transferred at the Land Department.

Transfer fees and taxes must be allocated in the contract. The registration fee is frequently shared between the buyer and seller, although the final arrangement depends on the seller’s ownership period, the registered value and the negotiated sale price.

Rental potential and suitable buyers

Based on current asking sale prices and long-term rental rates, the average gross rental yield is estimated at approximately 7% per year. This figure is a market benchmark without a guaranteed-return programme. Actual performance depends on the purchase price, renovation, occupancy, rental term, management commission and owner expenses.

Laguna Beach Resort 3 may suit buyers seeking a low entry price, extensive resort facilities and a completed apartment that can be used immediately. Before purchasing, particular attention should be paid to the unit’s condition, building position, view, noise exposure, ownership quota and ongoing costs.